Quick and Easy Pesto
Posted in Sauces, Vegan, Vegetarian on July 13, 2010
I really like Pesto, but I do not always have fresh ingredients. However, this time of the year, basil is abundant, so I like to make pesto and then freeze it in an ice cube tray. This allows me to pull out a few cubes based on how many I am cooking for and to make a quick and easy dinner during the work week. The recipe itself is not hard, and I do not include any dairy ingredients (many pesto recipes contain parmesan).
The Players
3 cups basil leaves
1 cup pine nuts
6 cloves garlic
3/4 cup olive oil
sea salt to taste
The Game
1. Place basil and pine nuts in a container. Press garlic cloves through a press and add to the container.
2. Add olive oil 1/4 cup at a time using an immersion blender to mix the ingredients. You might prefer more or less oil, so adjust the recipe accordingly.
Mix to desired consistency.
3. Use immediately or freeze in an ice cube tray for later use.
